HONDA NSS2016 · 0.3L PETROL

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistently clean inspection record. The most recent test conducted on 6 May 2025 at 8,478 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating the car remains in a good mechanical state. While a failure was recorded in August 2023, the vehicle passed the immediate re-test on the same day, suggesting a minor rectifyable issue rather than a chronic mechanical fault. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 848 miles per year. Data shows significant intervals of low use, with only 705 miles accumulated between August 2021 and September 2022, and just 118 miles between the 2022 and early 2023 tests. This pattern suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain, engine, and suspension components. However, long periods of stationary use can lead to specific types of degradation that are not always captured fully by a standard MOT test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low usage rather than high mileage. Check for flat spots on the tyres and seized brake calipers which often occur when a vehicle sits for extended periods. Examine the rubber bushes in the suspension for dry rot or cracking, as materials degrade over time regardless of distance driven. Given the low mileage, also verify the fluid levels and moisture contamination in the oil to ensure the engine has been properly maintained despite its infrequent use.